Ryan Parent
Ice Hockey Player, Stanley Cup Champion
Born
March 17th, 1987
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A Canadian ice hockey player, played as a defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL). Drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in 2005, made professional debut in the 2007-2008 season. Contributed to the Flyers' run to the Stanley Cup Finals in 2010 and won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks while serving as a key player in their defensive lineup. Represented Canada internationally, winning a gold medal at the 2007 IIHF World U18 Championships.
Won the Stanley Cup with Chicago Blackhawks
Drafted by Philadelphia Flyers in 2005
Played for Philadelphia Flyers and Nashville Predators
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